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This Introducing “Comprehending the Calamity” lesson plan also includes:
- Full Grade 6 ELA Module 3A (.pdf)
- Full Grade 6 ELA Module 3A Updates: June 2015 (.pdf)
- Full Grade 6 ELA Module 3A, Unit 2 (.pdf)
- Full Grade 6 ELA Module 3A: Unit 2, Lesson 2 (.html)
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Some things are beyond comprehension. Scholars read an excerpt from "Comprehending the Calamity," a primary source text about the 1906 San Francisco earthquake. After identifying the gist, pupils complete anchor charts to analyze how the author introduces, illustrates, and elaborates on the earthquake.
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- Use photos, videos, books, and other resources to support English learners in their understanding of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake
Classroom Considerations
- Part two of 14 from the Grade 6 ELA Module 3A, Unit 2 series
- Requires copies of the novel Dragonwings by Laurence Yep
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- Provides tips for differentiated instruction
- Includes an answer key
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